Wood Betony (Stachys officinalis)

At Dancing Willow Herbs, we take pride in our extensive apothecary of single-herb extracts. Each plant is prepared with care, using extraction methods tailored to its unique chemistry and vitality. Depending on the botanical, we employ percolation techniques with precise alcohol and water ratios for optimal bioavailability, or fresh-plant maceration for herbs whose delicate constituents are best captured immediately after harvest. Every tincture is made in small batches to ensure freshness, potency, and a deep connection to the plants themselves. Wood Betony is a deeply grounding herb long revered for its affinity with the nervous system. Traditionally used to ease tension and calm overactivity of the mind, it helps to settle the body’s energy and support a sense of embodied presence. Particularly indicated for those who hold stress and tension in the solar plexus. Herbalists have turned to Wood Betony for centuries to bring clarity and calm when thoughts run wild or when the sp